Community parenting
I often see kids in public places behaving in ways that are childish or impolite or even outright inappropriate and I have made a conscious effort to intervene in those kinds of situations as calmly and politely as I can.
Christmas at the bowling alley
The couple of hours we had just spent hanging out in the bowling alley and chatting had been far more fun and far less stressful than many of the Christmas gatherings I have endured over the years.
Adjusting to being home for the holidays
Boredom has less to do with having too much time than with having to adjust to a different schedule and a different pace of life.
Bappa’s home
The things we value, the words we use, the traditions we practise – so much of that is rooted in the generations that preceded us.
Do other families talk about this stuff
In my family, our conversation circulates around the questions that we find important – politics, art, morality, philosophy, religion, activism, and so forth.
Harbourfront – DJ Skate Nights 2015/16
Sharpen your skates and skills as Toronto's number one outdoor winter party returns with another stellar lineup of local and international DJs that will surely bring the heat to your Saturday nights.
New educational game feeds hungry minds
Whether you are a parent wanting to make homework less of a chore and more of a fun family routine, or a teacher looking to make a new skill more engaging for the class, the Hungry Minds Study Games box
Understanding egg health
Egg health's vital role in fertility and the steps you can take to improve it.
Hit the slopes for $15 on National Ski Day
National Ski Day makes the sport affordable for families.
Keep active this winter at Harbourfront Centre
Harbourfront Centre’s central location and fun activities make it easy for your family to have a day out in the city.
Parenting in the digital age
Parenting in a digital age comes with two big challenges: excessive use and behavioural concerns.
Getting involved, changing hearts
My kids have been involved with helping the less fortunate in various ways their whole lives.
Doing paperwork
In case I was ever likely to forget that my kids watch my every move and model themselves after me in the most unexpected ways, my youngest son has created his own office.
